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Not Indy -- but pretty incredible gear!

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We were talking about a company called "Saddleback" in another thread that had some incredible luggage and briefcases. Not exactly what Indy used but such a good quality that it would probably be of interest to anyone who's looking for that sort of thing.

I recently ran across a company called J.L. Powell who fits the same description when it comes to clothes. While they don't have anything to do with screen-accurate Indy gear......man, they've got some amazing looking gear that seems to have its roots in the Golden Age.

Bush jackets....safari gear....leather chart and map cases....baby alpaca scarves....it's some seriously good looking stuff!

You can download their catalog here in PDF format or visit them online at JLPowellUSA.com

Tony

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Post by Hunter Jones »

Thanks for the link. It looks like they have some really nice stuff. I really like that leather chart case.
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Those are some nice safari jackets...
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Post by Shorty »

They have some really cool stuff in there. A question, though: Why are the books in the safari section so expensive? When I clicked on them they arn't being advertised as being anything special, so why is "Out of Africa" being offered for $2,300? Seems a tad odd... :-k
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Also, any company that uses the term "haberdashery" is OK in my book.
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Unless there is something about their products that merits it anyone paying that kind of coin for non-tailored clothes has too much money and no idea what google is.

The products are nice, but I don't see Indy buying a $350.00 shaving brush set.

Remember, $350.00 till May 22 buys you a 100% beaver AB and $175-210 gets you a Camptown Beaver Blend.

I am not knocking them, but we here know so much more about great sources for high-end gear that won't banktrupt you !

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That is also my point, great items, but much to expensive :shock:
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Post by TonyRush »

"Expensive" is a relative term. :)

I'm not justifying $350 for a shaving kit for the simple fact that I don't like them much and wouldn't care for using one. But -- as discussed in the thread on the Tony Nowak jacket -- whether something is "worth it" or not is based on an individual's perspective of value.

The "Roosevelt" jacket in that catalog might not be worth $800 for anyone else but I wouldn't mind owning one at all! :)

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Post by RobbyT43 »

Very nice stuff indeed. Too bad the shaving stuff costs as much as an AB! :lol: I love the style, but it is WAY out of my range :roll:

-Robby 8)
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No can of shaving cream, gel, or foam can compare to using a badger shaving brush with a good quality shaving soap and a heavy razor. My dad used a shaving brush and taught me early enough, although I didn't get my badger brush until I was in my early 20's as a gift from my parents. It has lasted for about 30 years and is still going great. It was about $85.00 for the brush alone, back in 1979 or so, so with inflation, this catelog is still a bit pricey, but not by too much, considering the quality you will get.
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Here's another supplier you may find interesting.

http://www.jwhulmeco.com/store_legacy.asp
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Post by Cowboy »

JerseyJones wrote:Unless there is something about their products that merits it anyone paying that kind of coin for non-tailored clothes has too much money and no idea what google is.

The products are nice, but I don't see Indy buying a $350.00 shaving brush set.

Remember, $350.00 till May 22 buys you a 100% beaver AB and $175-210 gets you a Camptown Beaver Blend.

I am not knocking them, but we here know so much more about great sources for high-end gear that won't banktrupt you !

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Wet shaves with a good beaver brush and straight-razor can not be beat. By the time you buy any of the mainstream Mach whatevers for a year (those who must shave 1-2 times per day) it will more than paid for itself AND your face will feel so much better! "Trust me" http://www.col-conk.com/brushes.htm

On another note, I don't see what is so great about the clothes :shock:
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Post by littledragon88 »

The last jacket on the picture really looks like those the Airborne troopers used under ww2.
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